(IN BRIEF) The Ministry of Defence and Eni, an Italian energy company, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in Rome to enhance their strategic collaboration on security and risk assessment. The agreement involves sharing expertise and information to bolster … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall, a Düsseldorf-based tech enterprise, has secured a significant order to provide artillery ammunition in support of Ukraine’s defensive efforts. The contract, valued at approximately €142 million, involves the supply of tens of thousands of 155mm artillery shells, … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Defence, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Security & Safety, Ukraine
Tagged artillery ammunition, partnership, Rheinmetall, UKRAINE
(IN BRIEF) Thales, the global technology company, has successfully completed the acquisition of Imperva ahead of schedule, marking a significant milestone in the company’s cybersecurity expansion plans. The acquisition positions Thales as a worldwide leader in cybersecurity, with a team … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Defence, Environment, Financial, France, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Security & Safety, Technology
Tagged acquisition, Cybersecurity, Imperva, Jesper Trolle, partnership, Patrice Caine, SECURITY, sustainability, Thales
(IN BRIEF) In a significant milestone, the NH90 Sea Tiger, destined for the German Navy’s shipborne operations, has completed its inaugural flight at Airbus Helicopters’ Donauwörth site in Germany. This achievement marks a crucial step forward as Airbus Helicopters proceeds … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall, a major international tech enterprise, has been awarded a significant contract for electric coolant pumps by one of the world’s largest automakers. The contract, valued in the mid-two-digit million-euro range, strengthens Rheinmetall’s position in the emerging Euro … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Judicial and law enforcement agencies from seven countries have joined forces to take action against a criminal network responsible for a series of damaging ransomware attacks worldwide. These attacks have affected over 1,800 victims in 71 countries, primarily … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Defence, Government, Industrial, Internet & Online, Law, Management, Netherlands, News, Security & Safety, Technology
Tagged Cybercrime, cybercriminals, EUROPOL, France, Germany, Global Authorities, Judicial, law enforcement agencies, Netherlands, Norway, partnership, Ransomware Network, Switzerland, UKRAINE, USA, Widespread Attacks Eurojust
(IN BRIEF) Three leading companies in military training, BAE Systems, PLEXSYS, and Red 6, have announced a collaborative effort to revolutionize military training for future forces. They plan to integrate Red 6’s augmented reality headset technology and PLEXSYS’ immersive simulation … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Defence, Government, Industrial, Management, News, Security & Safety, Technology, United Kingdom
Tagged augmented reality, BAE Systems, Kevin Fesler, military training, partnership, PLEXSYS, Red 6, Ron Wiegand, simulation technology, Sir Stuart Atha, sustainability, transformation
(IN BRIEF) Naviris and SIGEN, a consortium of Elettronica and Thales, have signed a sub-contract for the modernization of the Electronic Warfare (EW) system as part of the Mid-Life Upgrade (MLU) of the Horizon-class naval units serving the Italian and … Read the full press release
Posted in Defence, France, Government, Industrial, Technology, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged Domitilla Benigni, Electronic Warfare system, Elettronica, ELT Group, FDI, Fincantieri, FREMM, Horizon, Mid-Life Upgrade, Naval Group, NAVIRIS, OCCAR, Philippe Duhamel, Radar Electronic Counter Measures, Radar Electronic Support Measures, RESM, SIGEN, Thales
(IN BRIEF) Thales has secured a contract to provide the French Navy with state-of-the-art sensor technology for its upcoming offshore patrol vessels (OPVs). The suite, comprising Bluewatcher sonar, NS50 radar, and an IFF identification system, will enhance the OPVs’ operational … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Viasat, a global leader in satellite communications, has achieved a significant milestone in its Arctic Satellite Broadband Mission. The second satellite in the project, led by Space Norway subsidiary Heosat, has completed thermal vacuum testing at Northrop Grumman’s … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) École Polytechnique, the French national scientific research center CNRS, and Safran Electronics & Defense have entered into a partnership to establish a joint laboratory named COMHET (laboratoire Commun pour l’étude des Hall Effect Thrusters) dedicated to the research … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Defence, Financial, France, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Technology
Tagged CNRS, COMHET, École polytechnique, Electric Satellite Thruster Research, Jean-Luc Moullet, Jean-Marie Bétermier, laboratory, Laura Chaubard, partnership, Safran Electronics & Defense
(IN BRIEF) Saab has announced the receipt of a significant defense systems and equipment order from an undisclosed Western government. The order, valued at approximately SEK 4.3 billion, encompasses various systems and equipment offered by Saab’s Dynamics and Surveillance business … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Defence, Financial, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Security & Safety, Sweden, Technology
Tagged Defense Systems, Micael Johansson, partnership, Saab, Unnamed Western Country
(IN BRIEF) AGPM, a mutual insurance company, has partnered with S3NS to implement a cloud-based operational data management solution. AGPM chose S3NS’s Local Controls offering, leveraging Thales and Google Cloud technologies, to support its digital transformation and enhance data security. … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) The Ukrainian government has entered into a contract with Rheinmetall, a German defense company, for the procurement of Leopard 1 systems. The contract includes 25 main battle tanks (Leopard 1A5), five armored recovery vehicles (Bergepanzer 2), and two … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Defence, Environment, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Security & Safety, Technology, Transportation & Logistics, Ukraine
Tagged Leopard 1 Systems, partnership, Rheinmetall, sustainability, UKRAINE
(IN BRIEF) The UK Ministry of Defence (MOD) has placed a £20 million order with BAE Systems for the supply of small arms munitions over the next two years. These munitions include 5.56mm and 7.62mm rounds, and they will be … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Defence, Government, Industrial, Technology, United Kingdom
Tagged Ammunition, BAE Systems, Glynn Plant, Grant Shapps, JOBS, MOD, Radway Green, small arms munitions, The UK Ministry of Defence, UK munitions
(IN BRIEF) On November 11th, the Ymir-1 satellite, equipped with technology from Saab, was successfully launched aboard SpaceX Falcon 9, ushering in a transformative era in maritime communication. Ymir-1 serves as a test satellite and a crucial component in the … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall AG, a German defense company, reported strong financial results for the third quarter of 2023, driven by robust sales growth in its military business. The company’s operating result significantly exceeded market expectations, reflecting the high demand for … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Defence, Germany, Industrial, Technology
Tagged Actuators, Ammunition, armed forces, Armin Papperger, military business, Rheinmetall AG, Rheinmetall Expal Munitions, Sensors, WEAPON
(IN BRIEF) Barclays has sounded an alarm ahead of this year’s Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales, citing a 22% increase in money lost to purchase scams during the same period last year. Purchase scams, which involve buying products that … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Business, Defence, Economy, Financial, Industrial, Internet & Online, Investment, Management, News, Retail, Security & Safety, Technology, United Kingdom
Tagged Barclays, Black Friday, Cyber Monday, Dr Peter Brooks, Purchase Scams Surge, warning
(IN BRIEF) Saab is participating in Defense & Security 2023, a prominent defense exhibition held at the IMPACT Exhibition Center in Bangkok, Thailand, from November 6 to 9. Visitors can explore Saab’s range of state-of-the-art defense solutions at stand P17. … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Defence, Government, Industrial, Management, Media, News, Security & Safety, Sweden, Technology
Tagged Defense, Defense & Security 2023, defense exhibition, Fredrik Lindblom, Saab, THAILAND
(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall has secured a contract from the German government to supply Ukraine with 100,000 rounds of 120mm mortar ammunition as part of a €400 million military aid package. The order, valued in the lower-three-digit million-euro range, will be … Read the full press release
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